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Deschooling -What is it and why you need to do this before homeschooling
With so many parents starting to homeschool right, we thought we should talk a little bit about deschooling. It’s the transition period from the public school system to homeschooling, and it’s so important.
Deschooling allows for a smoother transition to homeschooling while giving children, parents, and families time to adapt to the change in lifestyle.
In this video we’ll go over the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How of deschooling.
01:31 - What is deschooling?
02:32 - Who should deschool?
02:43 - Why should you deschool?
09:02 - When do you start deschooling and how long should you deschool?
12:31 - How do you deschool?
15:32 - Parents can find deschooling difficult.
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@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

If you've deschooled your kids before starting to homeschool, let us know how it went!

@andrewgoncalves9658 3 года назад

Currently deschooling our son who is in jk. How long do you think is good? We are 1.5 weeks in deschooling.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Great question. Every kid is different but rule of thumb is anywhere from 1 week to 1 month for every grade. So a JK would typically be anywhere from 1 week to a month. When they start getting a little bored or asking lots of questions, then you're ready to move on.

@KCLAH 3 года назад

Covid forced me to look at how my kids are schooled. Sent my letter to the superintendent yesterday.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

All the best on your homeschooling journey!

@PrairieNightMoon Год назад

I hope your homeschooling journey is going well. I've heard some "authorities" say that, during the Covid lockdowns, kids got behind in school and will never catch up. But I think what they really mean is that those kids got behind in the public school schedule which focuses less on learning and more on turning pages, covering ground, and teaching for the tests. Those kids, if allowed to homeschool, will continue to learn in their own individualized manner and will know what they need to know when they need to know it. My kids are grown now but I homeschooled for ten years, a long time ago.

@TheCripeCrew 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this! You may have just saved my sanity and my relationship with my daughter. She’s in 6th grade and experienced bullying since at least 3rd grade, as well as resistance to learning. She’s bright but strong-willed. I pulled her out of public school in mid-February and tried to jump right into homeschooling after only 2 weeks off. It’s been a nightmare of constant battles and tears. I see now that we both need to just step back and heal.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Oh, wow! You are so very welcome. We just love hearing stories like this.... Yes! Take that time to heal. Thank you so much for sharing this!

@animegirl2245 3 года назад

I never knew stress until we tried virtual learning. My son is in 4th grade, and when he would get stressed out, I would get stressed out. I decided to homeschool because he's academically behind due to the current pandemic. The biggest challenge for us has been keeping the 3yo occupied while we're trying to do school, but we include him as much as we can. I don't intend on sending my son back to the public school system. Thanks so much for making this video, it was extremely helpful.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Distance learning is not a great fit for everyone. No 4th grader should ever be made to feel stressed by school.... distance learning is a pressure cooker situation for many families. Keeping young kids occupied while doing traditional school with an older child is not easy. It's an easier task when you are homeschooling and learning is happening beyond primarily just worksheets. Including them as much as possible is great and they will pick up quite a bit! We're glad this video helped. All the best!

@saynotohookups 3 месяца назад

Bullying can have a profound effect on a child's learning. It did for me. I was bullied from Kindergarten right up to grade nine and then it slowed way down in high school. I entered school as a smart child and eventually I couldn't remember how to do the things that I used to know how to do. There were certain things that I could not grasp, even to this day at fifty years old there are certain things that I do not grasp. My Mom's best friend who was a public school teacher for over thirty years said that that would happen to me because I was a child, my brain was still developing and growing. She saw the same things happen with some of her students who were bullied. The schools that I went to didn't take bullying seriously. In fact I was the one that got the talking to about what I should do the next time that I'm bullied rather than the bully getting the talking to and told that they would be expelled if they did it one more time.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 месяца назад

I don't think enough people realize how bullying affects people. It affects everything including their ability to learn.

@jessiecolson104 4 года назад

Thank you for making this video! It’s been super helpful!

@RaisingAtoZ 4 года назад

Thank you, Jessie. We're so glad you found it helpful! We'll keep the videos coming. 😁

@deeannan220 3 года назад

Thank you Thank you Thank you! Many blessings 🙏🏾

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

You are so very welcome! :) Check out our homeschooling playlists if you're looking for more like this. 😊

@crystaljordan7318 3 года назад

I think I need to "deschool"! 😂 seriously though... I was a classroom teacher for 7 years before becoming a SAHM. It has been a tough time figuring out realistic expectations for homeschool.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

For sure! 😀Yes, it definitely requires some trial and error to figure things out.... and coming from the classroom, you see that it's a completely different thing.

@amydavidval 2 года назад

Same. Two degrees and going straight from high school and into college here and I'm the one struggling the most with adjusting. Lol!

@CKClevmama Год назад

This information is fabulous! Thank you!

@RaisingAtoZ Год назад

You are so welcome!

@TK-jr1km 4 года назад

Everything you said was so spot on for me and my kids. Thanks so much. This video was a great help.

@RaisingAtoZ 4 года назад

You're welcome! We're so glad we're able to help. We'll keep making videos! 😄

@wendyrios933 2 года назад

Ty 💛

@shaylahansen1635 3 года назад

Thank you so much!!! Your advice really eases the stress with the transition. It almost gives us permission to calm down take a breath and then learn. We are “remote learning” and they are cramming so much down my 12yo’s throat at such a rapid pace I wonder what she can even retain.... most of her perfect 100% assignments get graded as a 70% because they are late... it’s all just too much! She’s very bright but her mental state is not doing so well because of the stress and insanity of it all. And that’s not just now she’s struggled with the stress for about 18 months. We need to deschool and start the homeschooling journey. We’ve been discussing it for almost exactly 1 year and covid has given us the opportunity to kind of try it out. The curriculum of the public school at home has been the only issue.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Thank you! We're glad our videos are helping. Remote learning has been very difficult for many people. Some people are being overwhelmed with the volume of work (much of it seeming like "busy" work) and others are feeling very underwhelmed with very little work being assigned. It all depends on the teacher, school and school board. And, the amount of time kids are required to be online is just absurd. The teachers (for the most part) are doing their best, but they are required to work with the parameters that have been set at the ministry level..... people in suits who have spent little time or have never set foot in a classroom. All the best taking that leap and beginning your homeschooling journey.

@nancybisson7777 2 года назад

Thank you for this video! I should have watched it last year when we started homeschooling. This year is our second year homeschooling - now grade 7! Unfortunately, we never went through the process of deschooling. After watching this video, I know that it would have been very beneficial for us to take some time to relax before starting something completely different, a new lifestyle. Last year was a bit stressful but I’m confident that this year will be better.

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

You're welcome! Sorry it was a year late! :) You've got that right.... it's a lifestyle change! All the best this year! Thanks for watching!

@iskrazamora7 2 года назад

And unlearn about sugar and snacks. As you say it is a real transition and connect with our kids. I am considering homeschooling and doing my own research. Thanks a lot!

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

Hahaha, Yes. So many snacks! We went through a phase where the kids wanted to eat every hour. lol. We slowed down in the snack department now.

@ninilovenana 3 года назад

I love the music!. Sounds like it’s a “stranger things” song.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Yes! Totally! That's why Stéphane chose it while editing.... he's a big Stranger Things fan. It's a stock YT track... I forget what's called, though.

@MMyers-mh4jq Год назад

What was even worse is the virtual school option and now we have kids who are majorly behind but because of the leave no child behind act kids are getting pushed up and aren’t ready. Teachers have forgotten how to go about teaching. This is on. Our radar for our girls. But where to start to reset my mindset!

@RaisingAtoZ Год назад

There are some great books out there like "dumbing us down" where you can start to breakdown those school-like thinkings patterns. www.amazon.ca/Dumbing-Down-Anniversary-Curriculum-Compulsory/dp/0865718547?crid=335SGHTJI8VPL&keywords=dumbing+us+down+john+taylor+gatto&qid=1685848610&sprefix=dumbin%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=amandaostra09-20&linkId=434a94bb98078f1f15102c26f519d0d7&language=en_CA&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

@avrylacevedo3450 3 года назад

Thanks a ton for this! I have a Q. So when do yo know you deschool enough and you and your kid are ready to start to HSchool? Do you make him know that you are starting HS? Thanks in advance. 😊

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Avryl Acevedo deschooling looks different for everyone depending on their situation, but once you’ve found a comfortable routine of eating, and sleeping, anxiety around doing some activities has lowered and they have found something they are interested in learning more about, then I would say you are ready to start. We always recommend starting slowly with only one or two subjects to start and then build from there.

@bbfree2da 2 года назад

I was a teacher for years and my tenth grader had enough of the bullies at school. Ive always wanted to keep my kids home but my hubby wouldn't let me. So i finally stood up to him and said I was doing it. That was hard because I want to respect his wishes but I also need to help my child as well. Today is our first deschool day. Don't think a year of deschooling is gonna work for us. My hubby would have a fit. Any suggestions.

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

Deschooling is an important part of the process. If your child has had really negative experiences in the school system, a time of deschooling is particularly important. But every kid is different. And the length of time is different. Since your child is much older, it's going to look different than a deschooling a 3rd grader. I would definitely take a little break, allowing the child to focus on sleep, relaxation and a little time to do what they want (even a week or two can be great). Then take some time just to have an easy time, focusing on topics or subjects they like. Maybe only 1-2 subjects for a little while. This lessened load can serve as a bit of cooling off period. A novel study or a passion project could be a great thing during this period. Then in a few weeks (or maybe in the new year) you could add some more subjects.

@NewLife-zy3ob 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. It sounds fun. Just curious, our son is 7 and in grade 3 already, his bday is in Feb and at the time the cut off was March 31st but now it's December 31. So if he was starting school now he would have no choice but to start later. I'm kicking myself for putting him in early, he is doing remote learning currently but honestly I'd rather just pull him out, deschool him and when we start homeschooling in September then at that time start him up in grade 3. Would this he okay? Will it set him back if we stop the flow of learning, maybe I could supplement his learning in the mean time. Any suggestions or advice. Thank you

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Yes. That would be fine. You might take a little time to see where he's at in his different grades and go from there. Maybe he's ahead or behind a grade in certain subjects. That's the level that you would start him at. You want it to be easy enough that he can do it without stressing but not so easy that it's boring. Most of curriculum programs have "placement tests" to see where your child falls according to their curriculum. But don't worry too much about what grade. Kids catch up much faster than people imagine when homeschooling.

@randolphlagrama9578 3 года назад

what title would you recommend deschooling for thesis?

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

I'm not really sure what you're asking. Are you looking for a book about deschooling?

@dajenyrasanchez1719 Год назад

Hi! I just find your video, I’m planning to homeschool this year or next. The question is what about the DOI? It said that it have to be done by 30 days from the day you star homeschooling. If I’m going to de school, do I still file out the DOI? Or do I wait? What should I write down about what they did during this weeks or months of deschooling? I’m not sure if I explained myself well!? Thank you in advance!

@RaisingAtoZ Год назад

So this is a little different because we don't have to report here in Ontario. But deschooling is a must as homeschoolers. I would start with a short vacay from school and do as little academic work as possible. Then you can get creative with your reporting. Literacy= bedtime stories, Science= nature walk/field trip to science centre/baking, math=shopping on a budget. Take some time, it doesn't have to be a lot< but some time makes a huge difference in your mindset and the mindset of your kids.

@PrairieNightMoon Год назад

@@RaisingAtoZ What a great answer!

@kelseysullivan3915 2 года назад

If I am going to pull my kids out at the end of the public school year, is 3 months a sufficient amount of time to dedchool? That would be summer break. I just don't know how I would take longer if the schools have requirements for subjects, recording, hours of instruction, etc. If I submit an Ed plan by their deadline would I have to start homeschool right at the start of the school year in order to comply?

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

I can't give you specifics on what your area requires. It's very dependant on where you are. How long you need to deschool varies greatly from one family to another, and younger kids need less time than older kids.Some families only need a few weeks. Usually you don't want to include summer because its already a "school-based holiday". But sometimes just extending it by a few weeks is all you need. And young kids might do fine with just summer if you are very conscious of making it a time of rest, relaxation, following their interests and exploring hobbies, and family connection.

@gracekerr855 3 года назад

Hello, do you explain deschooling to your children? My son is in 4th grade we left school because of the pandemic and we always wanted to homeschool and this happened to be a good opportunity. He had some bullying yrs back and some learning issues last year. Do I say hey son we're going to be Deschooling for a bit and will pick up with school work in a few weeks? I'm in a rut/ lost on homeschooling. We've been at ot for about a month but I have a 1 yr old and weaning off BF, mastitis and just having a hard time getting a good routine going around here.. i feel like giving up but I really want to make this work for my family. Any and all advice welcome. Thank you so much 💓 💗

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

It's really up to you. Sometimes giving it a title makes it feel like a place holder. Like "we're deschooling until we start school again." But the deschooling period is about relaxing, finding your flow and bonding as a family. So with a little one around, it's a great time to deschool and focus on what you need to do (weaning) and your son can focus on finding what he's interested in. Do things as a family, like game nights, walks, reading books and see where it takes you. The nice thing about homeschooling is you can make it fit your life and take breaks when you need to. I have friends who have taken a couple of months off due to illness or loss and they jump back in later and they don't really miss anything.

@gracekerr855 3 года назад

@@RaisingAtoZ Thank you so much for getting back to me!!! 💗

@lisbethbatista4695 3 года назад

I’m afraid of my kids getting lazy during the deschooling period. Is that a thing? What if they struggle with getting back into learning? Maybe I shouldn’t be worried about this, but I am.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

It's a tough thing as parents because part of what you want is for the kids to get a little bored and start wanting to investigate and learn on their own. And that means they need a little time to be lazy. It's okay to put some limits on things like screen time and requirements (outside time, chores, etc) but let them figure out what excites them. But I get it. It goes against inside you as a parent at times.

@jennifermarkle8774 3 года назад

I have a 7th grader and an 11th grader, I'm homeschooling next year. I am a veteran teacher of 10 years and am homeschooling my kids. Any advice for High School? This seems like very elementary-based information.

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Deschooling is vital for every one regardless of grade and especially for the parents. And if you're a teacher, I'd recommend doubly because it's a total mind shift (from one teacher to another). But my biggest advice for high schoolers is to determine what your end goal is. Do they want diplomas? Or are you interested in going a different direction? There are tons of options for high schoolers but depending on what you want, it really determines your path.

@susannahats6358 3 года назад

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@everydaywithbri 2 года назад

How do you deal with if your state regulations for homeschooling during deschooling?

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

This is a little trickier. I would break my rule of not doing it during summer, and do it then. Or you can find other ways to report your "learning". I know some people report hiking as biology studies or baking as chemistry for example. I would do as little as required in terms of school work if your can't use the summer. And then focus on interests. What do they like or want to learn about? Use that as the foundation for their learning especially in those early days.

@jc9251 2 года назад

I really want to homeschool my daughter for Grade 2 this year. She was online all of Grade 1 and I sat with her through every class and was basically teaching her. I felt a lot of time is wasted and she could get the day of work done in 45 minutes if she did it on her own time (we knew this from catching up on work on her own the days she was signed out). I want to try homeschooling out but worried about making a teaching plan and meeting all of the requirements. I also would consider continuing homeschooling if this pandemic continues to be like this next year however if things get under better control, I would consider sending her back to the public school system. Am I making a mistake? How would I reenter her into the public system again if homeschooling is a bust for us?

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

Homeschooling does take a lot less time than public school. If you are planning on send her back to school, then sticking close to the curriculum would be best, but I would focus on the language and math curriculum. The other subjects are very topical and they don't really build on each other from year to year. The Complete Canadian Curriculum work books are pretty good at letting you see what's being taught in school and only cost about $20. Jump Math is also super closely aligned with the Ontario curriculum. You can also see the checklist, linked below of expectations to be covered by the end of the grade. And re-entering the school system is easy. Just go to school and re-enroll. They'll place her according to her age. thecanadianhomeschooler.com/ontario-elementary-level-curriculum-checklists/

@Tiffany-fr9jx Год назад

We just had the summer for two months. Is that considered deschooling?

@RaisingAtoZ Год назад

I would go another few weeks. You have to get into a school year. Even a few weeks while the kids are in school, help change your mental perception. Summer just seems so fun. Even 2 weeks will make a big difference.

@prandeepborthakur6237 3 года назад

Well made video .. Could You please provide E-Book of the cited book ?

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

Thank you! Links to all the books that were mentioned are in the description. If there is an e-book version available, it should be on the Amazon page. Happy reading!

@prandeepborthakur6237 3 года назад

@@RaisingAtoZ .. Thank U

@melaniesantos2901 Год назад

This really shows you how much school costs outside of money

@RaisingAtoZ Год назад

Yes. it really does. It costs time, energy, sometimes peace. Deschooling is about taking that back.

@shaelnjoy8578 2 года назад

If we have been homeschooling for 2 & 1/2 years but we have never deschooled, is there a reason to deschool now at this point?

@RaisingAtoZ 2 года назад

If you are struggling with workbook/school anxieties, feeling like you aren't learning, the kids are aren't doing enough or you feel like you need to be like school or on a school schedule then yes you should deschool. But if you are happy and your family is doing fine, then you can keep doing what you are doing. If you decide to deschool, consider it a break and you probably won't have to deschool for long.

@tomoiagar 3 года назад

Can i work and home school as well?

@RaisingAtoZ 3 года назад

There are a lot of homeschoolers who work. Many work part-time or from home so they have the time to dedicate to homeschooling. Luckily homeschooling takes less time than traditional school and you can create a homeschool life that fits your life.

@m.fazlurrahman5854 5 месяцев назад

De-schooling = a research indicated that home schooling.is counterproductive and the sole purpose of going to school is much broader than just learning subjects. Bottom line, de-schooling doesn’t work. As far public vs private school debate goes; a number of things are considered in the decision making.

@RaisingAtoZ 5 месяцев назад

Studies actually show that homeschoolers score higher in a wide variety of academic tests, SATs and entrance exams, they have a higher recruitment rate for universities and are more successful in post-secondary school. Homeschooling can provide everything that school provides but more individualized, and with more time for free-play, exploration and friends.